Sustainability in all aspects of life is here to stay. Individually we play an integral part in preserving the planet and securing it’s resources for our children’s future. Today businesses, organizations and service industries have begun participating in environmentally-friendly activities to ensure that they have adequately addressed environmental concerns. When we promote sustainability within a business it creates value for customers, investors, and our environment.

A sustainable business or service meets the needs of the planet by treating the environment well. Below are 5 of my favorite eco-friendly businesses or services that focus on educating, supporting and preserving our environment.

1. GreenBiz.com - Green Biz is the leading source for news, opinion, best practices, and other resources on the greening of mainstream business. Launched in 2000, our mission is to provide clear, concise, accurate, and balanced information, resources, and learning opportunities to help companies of all sizes and sectors integrate environmental responsibility into their operations in a manner that supports profitable business practices. www.GreenBiz.com and connect with Hugh Byrne @greenbiztweets at Greener World Media, Inc., Oakland, CA

3. Natura - Natura has been taking eco-responsibility seriously for fifteen years. And because we know a good night’s sleep is as important as diet and exercise are to a healthy lifestyle, our green, natural and organic bedding, pillows and mattresses are as nourishing for you as they are for our fragile world. http://www.naturaworld.com/company/green-initiatives

4. Avasiare - Developed with respect for the environment. Professional skin care and cosmetics for healthy skin via healthy ingredients. Specializing in using eco-friendly packaging, biodegradable boxes, and recycled/recyclable shipping materials. Additionally, a recycling program provides our customers with one free item for returning three used cosmetic packages for breakdown and recycling. http://www.avasiare.com/

5. Eco-Broker - Nan Fischer Certified Eco Broker® - “I help buyers and sellers find and take advantage of energy efficient features in homes. I educate as many people as I can on green building and set an example of green living.” Taos County’s Green Real Estate Expert - Salsa Realty, Inc Taos, NM www.nanfischer.com

Become proactive to create a “greener life” for future generations who will call Earth home…..

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6 Responses to “Getting A Grip On Sustainability”

Thank you for bringing attention to the vital importance of companies to do everything possible to reduce harm to the environment! Pro-actively implementing programs and processes that will reduce and/or element damage to the environment on an ongoing basis is crucial.

At Avasiare, it’s truly a matter of the heart. Not only do we attempt to reduce our carbon footprint on the earth in our daily lives and in our homes, we continually look for ways to reduce our carbon footprint as a business.

As we face the future, it is so important for all of us to become increasingly aware of the various ways we can reduce our imprint on the world around us. For our children and future generations beyond. Thank you again for bringing attention to such a vitally important issue!

The social and economic dimensions of sustainability are easily overlooked with the environmental dimension seeming to get most of the attention. Balance and harmony within and among all three dimensions are needed.